Musculoskeletal Interventions: Techniques for Therapeutic Exercise

Author:   Michael Voight ,  Barbara Hoogenboom ,  William Prentice
Publisher:   McGraw-Hill Education - Europe
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9780071457682


Pages:   800
Publication Date:   16 February 2007
Format:   Hardback
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The definitive, A-to-Z overview of evidence-based rehab programs using therapeutic exercise In this exceptional evidence-and-guide-based, clinically-oriented resource, you'll learn everything you need to know about the design, implementation, and supervision of therapeutic exercise programs for orthopedic injuries and disorders. The book's logical five-part organization begins with an instructive look at the foundations of the rehabilitation process, then covers the treatment of physiologic impairments during rehabilitation; rehabilitation tools; intervention strategies; and special considerations for specific patient populations. Features Helpful review of the foundations of the rehabilitation process, thorough coverage of managing the healing process through rehabilitation, and an algorithm-based approach to musculoskeletal rehabilitation Complete survey of rehabilitation tools, from isokinetics, aquatic therapy, and orthotics, to a four-step clinical model for the essentials of functional exerciseFull chapters on functional progressions and functional testing and unique coverage of core stabilization training, impaired function, and impaired muscular control Unique coverage of a functional movement screenA practical system for history-taking and scanningUnique coverage of how to treat special segments of the population, including geriatric and pediatric patients, amputees, and the active femaleAn easy-to-follow body region approach to intervention strategiesHandy appendices covering the American College of Sports Medicine position statements on strength training and fitness development An abundance of study-enhancing illustrations, plus clinical pearls and protocols designed to speed clinical decision making

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Author:   Michael Voight ,  Barbara Hoogenboom ,  William Prentice
Publisher:   McGraw-Hill Education - Europe
Imprint:   McGraw-Hill Medical
Dimensions:   Width: 22.40cm , Height: 4.10cm , Length: 27.90cm
Weight:   2.118kg
ISBN:  

9780071457682


ISBN 10:   0071457682
Pages:   800
Publication Date:   16 February 2007
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Tertiary & Higher Education
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Out of Print
Availability:   In Print   Availability explained
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Table of Contents

Part I: Foundations of the Rehabilitation ProcessChapter 1: Introduction to the Rehabilitation Process: The Guide to Physical Therapist Practice Chapter 2: Clinical Decision Making in Rehabilitation, The Patient-Client Management ModelChapter 3: Understanding and Managing the Healing Process through RehabilitationChapter 4: The Neuromuscular Scanning ExaminationChapter 5: Clinical Reasoning: An Algorithm-based Approach to Musculoskeletal RehabilitationPart II: Treating Physiologic Impairments During RehabilitationChapter 6: Impairment Due to Pain: Managing Pain During the Rehabilitation ProcessChapter 7: Impaired Posture and FunctionChapter 8: Impaired Muscle Performance: Regaining Muscular Strength and EnduranceAppendix A: ACSM Position Statements on strength trainingChapter 9: Impaired Endurance: Maintaining Aerobic Capacity and EnduranceAppendix B: ACSM Position Statements on fitness developmentChapter 10: Impaired Mobility: Restoring Range of Motion and Improving FlexibilityChapter 11: Impaired Neuromuscular Control: Reactive Neuromuscular TrainingPart III: The Tools of RehabilitationChapter 12: Isokinetics in RehabilitationChapter 13: Plyometric Exercise in RehabilitationChapter 14: Open- versus Closed-Kinetic Chain Exercises in RehabilitationChapter 15: Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation Techniques in RehabilitationChapter 16: Joint Mobilization Techniques in RehabilitationChapter17: Strategies for Improving BalanceChapter 18: Core Stabilization in RehabilitationChapter 19: Aquatic Therapy in RehabilitationChapter 20: Functional Movement ScreeningChapter 21: Functional Progressions and Functional Testing in RehabilitationChapter 22: Orthotics in RehabilitationChapter 23: Designing Exercise Programs for Home and Clinical ProgressionsChapter 24: Essentials of Functional Exercise: A Four-Step Clinical Model for Therapeutic Exercise PrescriptionPart IV: Interventions Strategies for Specific RegionsChapter 25: Rehab of the ShoulderChapter 26: Rehab of the ElbowChapter 27: Rehab of the Wrist, Hand and FingersChapter 28: Rehab of the Groin, Hip, and ThighChapter 29: Rehab of the KneeChapter 30: Rehab of the Lower LegChapter 31: Rehab of the Ankle and FootChapter 32: Rehab of Injuries to the SpinePart V: Special Considerations for Specific Patient PopulationsChapter 33: Rehabilitation Considerations with the Geriatric PatientChapter 34: Considerations for the Pediatric PatientChapter 35: Considerations for treating AmputeesChapter 36: Considerations for the Active Female

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It is evident from the breadth of content and clinical relevance that the contributing authors bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to the book...This is a useful reference for physical therapy instructors and students, introducing a comprehensive approach to the management of musculoskeletal dysfunction comparable in utility to other standards in the field. It also is a ready reference on the bookshelf of physical therapists new to or practicing in the realm of orthopedic physical therapy. 3 Stars. --Doody's Review Service Doody's 20081120


It is evident from the breadth of content and clinical relevance that the contributing authors bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to the book....This is a useful reference for physical therapy instructors and students, introducing a comprehensive approach to the management of musculoskeletal dysfunction comparable in utility to other standards in the field. It also is a ready reference on the bookshelf of physical therapists new to or practicing in the realm of orthopedic physical therapy. 3 Stars. -- Doody's Review Service


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McGraw-Hill authors represent the leading experts in their fields and are dedicated to improving the lives, careers, and interests of readers worldwide McGraw-Hill authors represent the leading experts in their fields and are dedicated to improving the lives, careers, and interests of readers worldwide Dr. William Prentice is Professor of Exercise and Sport Science and Coordinator of the Sports Medicine Program at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where he also serves as the Director of the NATA approved Graduate Athletic Training Education Program. He received his BS and MS from the University of Delaware and his Ph.D. in Sports Medicine and Applied Physiology from the University of Virginia. He also has a BS in Physical Therapy from the University of North Carolina. He is a Certified Member of the National Athletic Trainers' Association and has received the Sayers A. Bud Miller Distinguished Athletic Trainer Educator Award and the Most Distinguished Athletic Trainer Award from the NATA. In 2004 he was inducted into the NATA Hall of Fame. Dr. Prentice served as the Athletic Trainer for the Women's Soccer Program, which has won eighteen NCAA National Championships. He teaches graduate courses in sports medicine and athletic training. Dr. Prentice is the author of nine best-selling texts in athletic training, sports medicine, and health-related fitness.

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